NHER 17119 (Find Spot record) - 17th century lion's head belt fitting
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Summary
Metal detecting in 1981 on the ploughed surface of this field recovered a 17th century copper alloy belt fitting in the form of a lion's head.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG21SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SPROWSTON, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1981. Ploughed field. Surface find with metal detector.
Bronze belt fitting in form of lion's? head. 17th century.
Identified by B. Spencer (Museum of London).
See sketch in file.
S. Margeson (NCM), February 1981.
Associated Sources (2)
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- STRAP FITTING (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
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Record last edited
Sep 14 2016 1:41PM